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Monte Cristo and Other Grilled Variations

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BY Mark Bittman

PUBLISHED January 10, 2022

The concept of griddling a sandwich isn’t exclusive to one cuisine. And you don’t need a fancy press to make a beautifully crisp and browned sandwich. Improve simple grilled cheese by adding your favorite dressing or using other fillings — such as the 7 variations that follow.

 

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Monte Cristo and Other Grilled Variations

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter, olive oil, or vegetable oil
  • 2 slices of any bread
  • Several slices of good melting cheese like Emmental, Gruyere, Jarlsberg, or cheddar

Instructions

Put a small skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil. Make a sandwich with bread and cheese.

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